The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1152:

To her surprise, Cliff didn’t seem upset at all. Instead, he replied calmly, “You did well. You’re more important than she is.”

Laney was momentarily stunned, and warmth quickly spread through her chest. Her thoughts wandered back to when her mother was alive—she had been the princess of the house, sheltered from any grievances. Living with the Hopkins family had brought her a similar sense of being cherished, making her feel valued once again. Perhaps this pampering had made her headstrong, always demanding specific outcomes. Especially when it came to Cliff—despite his distant demeanor, her feelings for him were uncontrollable. She liked him, even knowing it might lead to heartache.

Having said his piece, Cliff turned and left without hesitation. Laney watched him walk away, her heart sinking. The emptiness he left behind felt unbearable.

“Cliff… Are you leaving already?”

Cliff stopped at the door and glanced over his shoulder. “Is there something else?”

Laney hesitated but recalled her friend’s advice: take it slow, act cleverly, and be bold. She softened her tone, saying gently, “I haven’t slept at home in a long time. I feel uneasy sleeping alone. Could you keep me company?”

Cliff saw through her ploy instantly. With a sharp bang, he shut the door behind him and walked away without a second glance.

was directly across from Laney’s. Besides managing the equestrian club, he was also studying finance, preparing to

hour later, a knock interrupted his focus. Without looking up, he

timidly. “Cliff, I think there’s a rat in my room.

his temples, exhaling deeply to keep his

alone, so now

paled. “Can you at least help me catch

can drive you back to the theater

so heartless,” Laney huffed, and shut the

before she

Cliff didn’t

the door

without looking up. “Ask the giant rat to